Eagle Library and Parks and Rec. Classes Cancelled Starting March 14th

Coronavirus is causing a lot of concern in our community and around the globe. Now that there is at least one confirmed case in Idaho, health officials are advising everyone, but especially individuals who are older or have underlying health conditions to avoid public spaces and events. 

As of Saturday, March 14, 2020, Eagle Public Library and Eagle Parks and Recreation events, programs, and classes are cancelled until further notice, however, Eagle City Hall and the Eagle Public Library will be open during regular business hours. The City of Eagle is regularly in contact with Central District Health, and other state and county agencies to monitor the coronavirus situation. We will provide updates on our website, email notifications and social media accounts as the situation evolves.

If you are choosing to avoid public spaces for health reasons, we want you to know there are options to conduct city business remotely.

• City of Eagle meetings are available to stream live and watch online after the fact. You may view them online at: https://www.cityofeagle.org/305/City-Agendas-Videos
• If you would like to submit written testimony on a public hearing matter, written comments may be submitted to clerks@cityofeagle.org no less than 5 working days ahead of the public hearing. 

• If you need to pay a bill or pay for a permit, you may do so online: https://otc.cdc.nicusa.com/Public2.aspx?portal=id&organization=City%20of%20Eagle
• Or send a check in the mail to:

• In addition to taking payments online and by mail, the City of Eagle Water Department has a payment drop box in the parking lot of Eagle City Hall. 

• You can register for a class or reserve a shelter through our online portal: https://secure.rec1.com/ID/city-eagle/catalog 
• City of Eagle Parks and Recreation classes, programs, and events will continue as planned for the time being. We are following the CDC’s instructions for community events. Should recommendations from local and national health leaders change, we will cancel or reschedule programs per their guidelines. If you or someone in your family is experiencing symptoms, we ask that you remain at home.

• Effective Saturday, March 14, the Eagle Public Library is cancelling all Library programs, classes and events until further notice due to ongoing concerns about COVID-19. Likewise, public meeting space (study rooms, the conference rooms, and the meeting room) is unavailable due to the State’s request to social distance. At this time, the Library plans to remain open for regular business hours. You can find more information here: http://eaglepubliclibrary.org/coronavirus-covid-19-updates/?fbclid=IwAR0EzvT6pyp_2N1PboGFihQa6bTIykc_357IM6Kk_VGpV8UfxMe31YJmOKk
• Now is a great time to familiarize yourself with the Eagle Public Library’s digital catalog of E-Books, Audiobooks, and more. You can find more info on the library’s website: https://eaglepubliclibrary.org/

• All of the City of Eagle’s forms and permits are available for download from our website: https://www.cityofeagle.org/268/Permits-Applications-Forms-Fee-Schedules
• You can mail the completed form (and payment if applicable) to:

• Building Department: 208-489-8760
• Clerk’s Office: 208-939-6813
• Mayor’s Office: 208-489-8790
• Parks and Recreation 208-489-8763
• Planning and Zoning: 208-939-0227
• Water Department: 208-489-8777
• Eagle Public Library: 208-939-6814
• Eagle Museum of History and Preservation: 208-939-2669

• Website: https://www.cdhd.idaho.gov/dac-coronavirus.php
• Call center: 208-321-2222 (Open Weekdays 8:30am-4:30pm)

• Idaho Department of Health and Welfare: https://coronavirus.idaho.gov/ 
• CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html 

• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol if soap and water are not available.

• Stay home when you are sick.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.